NHTSA Recall 09V083000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V083000; Date: Mar. 6, 2009
Failure of these bolts will result in inadequate connection of the bus body to the bus chassis. In the event of a vehicle crash, there may be an increased risk of personal injury to the vehicle occupants.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Collins Bantam; 2008 Collins Grand Bantam; 2008 Collins Mid Bus Grand Guide; 2008 Collins Mid Bus Guide; 2008 Collins Mid Bus Super Guide; 2008 Collins Super Bantam
Component: Structure:body
Manufactured by: Collins Bus Corporation
Affected Units:: 2,741
Recall Summary:
Collins is recalling 2,741 my 2008 school buses manufactured between January 1, 2008 and January 1, 2009. The bolts used to mount the body to the chassis frame rail may have been improperly installed which could lead to failure of the bolts.
How to Fix:
Collins will notify owners and inspect and repair the buses if necessary free of charge. The safety recall began on March 19, 2009. Owners may contact collins toll-free at 1-800-533-1850.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Mar 19, 2009
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